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Ancient Roman bronze AE3/nummus of Constantius II as Caesar, struck at Antioch circa AD 330–335. Obverse: laureate, cuirassed bust of Constantius II right with FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C legend. Reverse: GLORIA EXERCITVS (“Glory of the Army”), showing two Roman soldiers facing each other, each holding spear and shield, with two military standards between them. Antioch mintmark appears SMANA, indicating the 1st officina; exact final character is worn. Approx. 18.5 mm, 2.24 g. RIC VII Antioch 88 type. Heavily circulated ancient condition with substantial wear, deposits and surface roughness. See photos for exact condition.